Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs
St. Clair
Job Description
The incumbent is responsible for creating compelling animations to support the Ministrys/Departments/Agencys&nbsp;<span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">communication initiatives, programs, and messages.</span><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Develops and produces animations and motion graphics for Ministry projects, including public service announcements, educational videos, and social media content. <div> Creates character sketches for new animations based on design briefs. </div><div> Develops storyboards for animation projects; </div><div> Designs backgrounds, sets and other elements of the animated environment; </div><div> Develops timing and pacing of motion based on audio requirements. </div><div> Works with the story editors to merge the various layers of animation; </div><div> Records dialogue for the animation, where necessary; </div><div> Collaborates with other creatives, including designers, photographers and other animators, to finalize projects. </div><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
<p><b><u>KNOWLEDGE</u></b></p><p> Knowledge of digital marketing design, focusing on social media, online banner advertising, motion design, video editing, visual design, typography, layout, image retouching, and digital storytelling. </p><p> Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, and adept at using Mac OS. </p><p> Experience with HTML5 ad authoring tools, such as Google Web Designer, for creating interactive and engaging online advertisements. </p><p> Understanding of social media platforms and best practices, ensuring content is optimized for each platform's unique audience and format. </p><p> Comprehensive knowledge of the 12 principles of animation, such as staging, timing, ease in, ease out, and anticipation, to create fluid and dynamic animations. </p><p> Familiarity with colour theory, applying principles to create visually harmonious and appealing designs </p><p> In-depth understanding of mathematical and geometric concepts, essential for accurate and aesthetically pleasing visual compositions </p><p><b><u>SKILLS AND ABILITIES&nbsp;</u></b></p><p> Crafts engaging motion graphics for various applications. </p><p> Develops informative and visually appealing explainer videos.</p><p> Ensures alignment with the Ministrys graphic design and animation&nbsp;<span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">standards.</span></p><p> Completes all assigned tasks within set deadlines, demonstrating strong time management and organisational skills.</p><p> Develops storyboards and mock-ups, visualising concepts and ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.</p><p> Generates creative ideas for animation pieces, focusing on key messages, target audience identification, and goal setting to achieve impactful results.</p><p> Sets technical specifications for animations, determining the appropriate format, size, and style to meet project requirements and objectives.</p><p> Performs related duties.</p><p><b><u>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING</u></b>&nbsp;</p><p> Minimum of two (2) years experience in digital motion/video-editing/graphic design. </p><p> Training as evidenced by a recognised University degree in animation, film, television, photography, illustration, 3D/graphic design or computer/computer-aided engineering or a related field. </p><p> Postgraduate qualifications in animation will be an asset. </p><p> Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience. </p><p><br></p>